Basadi in Action Sports

In the male-dominated world of sports, Sinethemba Mbatha stands as a beacon of inspiration for young women aspiring to carve their own paths into the sports industry.  We turn the spotlight on Sinethemba, a media officer for the South African Football Association (SAFA) and a figure that has established herself as a formidable presence in the industry. In this exclusive interview, the young girl from Estcourt, KwaZulu-Natal opens up about her journey, her day-to-day responsibilities, and the advice she has for the next generation of women in sports media. Sinethemba Mbatha Q: Can you tell us about your journey into the sports industry and how you became a media officer? Sinethemba Mbatha: "I am a Daddy’s girl so I have loved Sport from a young age and I knew I would end up in the Sports Industry. At first I thought I would only be a Sports Presenter but when I got into the industry I discovered that I can be a Sports Presenter while also still exploring different roles within the ...

The recent CAF C coaching licence graduation ceremony held at SAFA House marked a significant milestone for many aspiring football coaches in South Africa. Among the graduates were two remarkable women, Elizabeth Mazivise from the University of Johannesburg and Kaitlin Hunt of BalderstoneSports Institute. As they take their first steps as certified coaches, they share their motivations, experiences, and aspirations for the future of women’s football. Elizabeth Mazivise Kaitlin Hunt Kaitlin Hunt, currently serving as a coach at Balderstone Sports Institute, began her football journey driven by an innate passion for the game. "I have been at Balderstone Sports Institute for just under a year now. I have always had a love for sport but especially football since a young age, " Kaitlin shared.   “I always knew I wanted to work in football, having come from a football background and having grown up in football it was definitely where I saw myself working in my career. I have also a...